Chichester Community Development Trust
Also known as: Chichester Cdt
To create a thriving and sustainable community for the benefit of all who live, work and study in the area. The aims are to:i) Facilitate the creation of a strong and vibrant communityii) Encourage a low carbon lifestyle amongst residentsiii) Promote and support training, education & economic development activityiv) Own, maintain and effectively manage endowed community land and buildings
Activities & Mission
To create a thriving and sustainable community for the benefit of all who live, work and study in the area. The aims are to:i) Facilitate the creation of a strong and vibrant communityii) Encourage a low carbon lifestyle amongst residentsiii) Promote and support training, education & economic development activityiv) Own, maintain and effectively manage endowed community land and buildings
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 4% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,825,479 | £1,109,390 | £937,815 | £5,794,792 | £67,508 | 8 / 123 |
| 2024 | £1,446,836 | £1,550,833 | £1,032,454 | £4,019,783 | £0 | 6 / 123 |
| 2023 | £534,679 | £658,135 | £590,997 | £4,101,264 | £19,390 | 10 / 128 |
| 2022 | £2,106,134 | £703,065 | £661,459 | £4,249,672 | £41,154 | 14 / 63 |
| 2021 | £1,507,711 | £366,561 | £366,561 | £2,829,211 | £395,457 | 5 / 63 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Chichester Community Development Trust
What does Chichester Community Development Trust do?
To create a thriving and sustainable community for the benefit of all who live, work and study in the area. The aims are to:i) Facilitate the creation of a strong and vibrant communityii) Encourage a low carbon lifestyle amongst residentsiii) Promote and support training, education & economic development activityiv) Own, maintain and effectively manage endowed community land and buildings
How much income did Chichester Community Development Trust report in 2025?
Chichester Community Development Trust reported total income of £2.83m and reported expenditure of £1.11m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Chichester Community Development Trust?
Chichester Community Development Trust has a program ratio of 33.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 4% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Chichester Community Development Trust registered as a charity?
Chichester Community Development Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 January 2011 as charity number 1140014. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Chichester Community Development Trust?
Chichester Community Development Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan James. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chichester Community Development Trust operate?
Chichester Community Development Trust operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Chichester Community Development Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Chichester Community Development Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140014.
Details
Blomfield Drive
CHICHESTER
West Sussex
PO19 6BZ
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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